James Van Der Beek and Wife Renewed Wedding Vows Days Before His Death
The couple renewed their vows at home during James's terminal cancer battle; a GoFundMe for the family raised over $2.6 million from 50,000 donors, including notable celebrities.
- At their Texas home, James Van Der Beek and his wife Kimberly renewed their vows days before his death, with Kimberly saying `We decided two days beforehand`.
- Kimberly Van Der Beek remained his primary supporter and caregiver throughout his stage III colorectal cancer diagnosis in August 2023, and he went public in November 2024.
- Friends of the couple arranged the bedside ceremony, supplying new rings, flowers, and candles while Poranguí, Brazil-born multi-instrumentalist, played and closed with `Somewhere Over the Rainbow` as others watched via Zoom.
- Friends started a GoFundMe with a $1.5million goal that has surpassed $2.6 million, and organizers say donations will cover bills, essential expenses, and the couple's six children’s education.
- Per Realtor.com, the family purchased the 36-acre ranch on Jan. 9 for $4.76 million, with celebrities including Steven Spielberg, Zoe Saldaña, and Jon M. Chu defending the fundraising amid social media criticism.
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Actor James Van Der Beek and his wife renewed their marriage vows days before his death in a ceremony that was described as “simple, beautiful and moving,” as the actor’s widow revealed to People magazine. Van Der Beek, known for his role in Dawson’s Creek, died on February 11 after suffering from colon cancer.
A week ago, James Van Der Beek died. A few days before his wedding, the actor and wife Kimberly renewed their marriage vows. Now she reveals details about the ceremony.
Just a few days before his death, James Van Der Beek and his wife Kimberly took a special step.
Actor James Van Der Beek died after a long cancer. Shortly before his death he made a special decision with his partner.
A few days before his death, James Van Der Beek fulfilled his Kimberly's last, deep desire – a story that moves the heart.
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